Free QR Code Generator

Which QR code type should I use?

The right QR type depends on what action you want people to take when they scan.

• URL — the most common type. Paste any website link and the code opens it directly in a mobile browser. Great for flyers, posters, packaging, and print ads.
• WiFi — lets customers connect to your network without typing a password. Widely used in cafés, hotels, coworking spaces, and waiting rooms across Australia.
• vCard (contact) — encodes your name, phone, email, and company so scanners can save you to their contacts instantly. Ideal for business cards and lanyards.
• Text — encodes a plain message, instructions, or reference number with no link required.
• Email — pre-fills a recipient address, subject, and body so the scanner only needs to hit Send.
• SMS — opens a pre-filled text message on any phone. Useful for opt-ins and support lines.
• Phone — dials a number directly when scanned. Great for click-to-call on printed materials.
• Event — creates a calendar entry (iCal format) compatible with iPhone and Android. No third-party app needed.
• App — links to your iOS or Android listing so users land on the right store automatically.

PNG vs SVG — which format should I download?

• PNG is a raster image at high resolution. Use it for digital use (social media, email, websites) or when the printer or platform only accepts image files.
• SVG is a vector format that scales to any size without losing quality. Always use SVG for professional print work — business cards, banners, signage, and packaging — so the code stays sharp at any size.
• When in doubt, download both. The SVG is the master; the PNG is the quick-share version.

Tips for printing QR codes in Australia

• Minimum print size: 2.5 cm × 2.5 cm (roughly 1 inch square). Smaller codes may not scan reliably.
• Always test your printed code with multiple devices before the final print run — iOS camera, Android camera, and a third-party scanner app.
• Maintain a quiet zone (blank border) of at least four modules around the code. Most printing software handles this automatically.
• High-contrast colours work best. Black on white is the most reliable combination. Avoid placing the code over a busy background or gradient.
• For outdoor signage and banners, use a QR code with lower error correction (the default used here) and keep the URL as short as possible to reduce density.

Are these QR codes static or dynamic?

Every code created here is a static QR code. The destination is encoded directly into the pattern — there is no redirect, no tracking, and no third-party server involved. This means your code works forever, even if this website goes offline.

If you need to change the destination after printing without reprinting the code, you would need a dynamic QR code service, which typically requires a paid subscription. For most Australian small businesses and personal use, static codes are the right choice.

1. 1

   Choose a QR code type

   Select the type of QR code you need from the tab bar — URL, WiFi, Contact, Text, Email, SMS, Phone, Event, or App.

2. 2

   Fill in the details

   Enter the relevant information in the fields provided. Required fields are marked; optional fields add extra detail but are not needed to generate the code.

3. 3

   Preview your QR code

   Your QR code generates automatically as you type. Check the preview on the right to make sure it looks correct before downloading.

4. 4

   Test before you use it

   Scan the on-screen preview with your phone camera to verify it works and goes to the right destination.

5. 5

   Download PNG or SVG

   Click Download PNG for digital use or Download SVG for print. Both files are free with no watermark.

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